Pearland, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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22%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

75%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

13%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Pearland_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	2,269	n/a (estimate)	1,802	2,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	0.8	6.7	6.3
Rape	14	n/a	11.1	50.0	40.0
Robbery	33	n/a	26.2	70.5	66.1
Assault	69	n/a	54.8	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	117	n/a (estimate)	93	432	370
Burglary	164	n/a	130.3	334.3	269.8
Theft	1,822	n/a	1,447.3	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	166	n/a	131.9	331.2	282.7
Property crime	2,152	n/a (estimate)	1,709	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Pearland, TX

The Pearland crime rates are 22.5% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 117 violent crimes in Pearland (93 per 100,000 people), which is 74.9% lower than the national average and there were a total of 2152 property crimes (1709 per 100,000 residents) which is 12.5% lower than average.

Pearland has one of the lowest violent crime rates of all cities in the United States. With a rate of 93 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Pearland ranks among the safest cities in the United States making it an attractive choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

Pearland maintains a property crime rate that closely resembles the national norm. In Pearland, 1709 property crimes were reported, aligning with the national average of 1954 per 100,000 individuals. Consequently, the area's safety profile stands on par with the average city, neither significantly safer nor more dangerous. This consistency underscores a balanced commitment to community safety and security, providing residents with a stable and reassuring living environment.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Pearland?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Pearland residents. Out of the respondents (21 in total), 76% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Pearland were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 24% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Pearland a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Pearland is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Pearland has a total crime rate that is 22% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 6.22 daily crimes (0.32 violent daily crimes and 5.9 daily property crimes) in Pearland.

Has Crime in Pearland Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Pearland has increased by 14.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Pearland is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 14%, while property crime has increased by 17.1%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Pearland.

Potential Causes for Crime in Pearland

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Pearland, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 2.7%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

The median home price in Pearland is $260,300, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

In Pearland, the average rental rates are $1,431 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

Pearland crime map

The Pearland crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Pearland as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Pearland crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Pearland crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Pearland crime rates are 22% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Pearland are 75% lower than the national average
In Pearland you have a 1 in 56 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Pearland is safer than 62% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Pearland has increased by 16%

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Daily Crime In Pearland (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Pearland, Texas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Pearland are 1.52 times less than the Texas average and 1.29 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Pearland are 4.65 times less than than Texas and 3.98 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Pearland are 1.35 times less than than Texas and 1.14 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Pearland (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Pearland, Texas compared to other areas of Texas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Pearland safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Pearland is safer than 66% of Texas cities, and 62% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Texas, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Pearland. At this time, Pearland sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Pearland

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Pearland is 1 in 1077

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Pearland is 1 in 59

The chance of being a victim of crime in Pearland is 1 in 56

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Pearland, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 1077. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 59 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Pearland is 1 in 56.

Year Over Year Crime In Pearland (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Pearland, TX is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Pearland has decreased by 13%, while the property crime rate in Pearland has increased by 18% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Pearland has increased by 16% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Pearland police department

Item	Pearland	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	177	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 177 Pearland police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 37.8% less than the Texas average and 42.5% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Texas

State	Total offenders	Texas_/100K	National_/100K
Texas	95,281	443	266

There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Piney Point Village, TX	3,435	82	438	520
Bunker Hill Village, TX	3,948	82	438	520
Taylor Lake Village, TX	3,685	82	438	520
El Lago, TX	2,805	99	526	625
Friendswood, TX	39,893	83	570	654
Hunters Creek Village, TX	4,834	112	597	710
Brookside Village, TX	1,429	134	715	849
Pearland, TX	125,817	93	1,709	1,802

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Topeka, KS	125,819	964	3,708	4,671
Simi Valley, CA	125,768	95	851	946
Athens, GA	124,962	474	2,183	2,657
Lafayette, LA	126,674	479	4,388	4,866
Santa Clara, CA	126,723	312	3,597	3,909
Pearland, TX	125,817	93	1,709	1,802

Source: The Pearland, TX crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.